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Spirituals
t Glory, Hallelujah!Mark Burrows. Whether used
in jubilant celebration of Christ's resurrection or for
other festive occasions throughout the year, this
spirited, a cappella original is a delight to prepare
and to sing. Repetitive harmonies make it easy to
learn, while an optional soprano or tenor solo lets
you showcase your singers. Optional percussion
parts also add to the fun.
10079942 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.05
10079944 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
4
Goin' HomePaul Langford. Dvorak's famous
Largo theme from his Symphony No. 9 "From the
New World" is set to a beautiful, spiritual original
text in this deeply moving piece. Simple, yet rich
with vocal harmonies and piano accompaniment,
with optional cello, it will provide an emotional,
memorable moment in your concert or service. "It's
not far, just close by, through an open door; work
all done, care laid by, goin' to fear no more..."
10510937 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10510938 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10499818 Multi-Song Accomp. CD . . . 44.99
Gonna Lay My Burden Downarr. Jay Rouse.
Jay Rouse's pairing of two well-loved spirituals
opens soulfully and moves into a gentle swing
tempo, offering a fresh and energetic selection that
is equally suitable for church and school choirs.
10453788 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.05
10453790 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
Good News!arr. Lloyd Larson. This joyous
combination of two traditional spirituals features
a quote of Swing Low, Sweet Chariot and is
arranged in a swing style. Full refrains contrast
beautifully with the call-and-response structure of
the verses, making this work great fun for singers
and listeners alike.
10425038 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.05
10425087 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
t Good Tidings!Larry Shackley. In a lively gospel-
swing style, this rhythmic a cappella anthem
virtually sings itself! A soprano or tenor solo
propels this original Christmas spiritual toward the
concluding angelic pronouncement of "good tidings
of great joy!"
10453791 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.05
4 Got On My Travelin' ShoesEllen Foncannon
Stephenson. It's got spirit, it's got rhythm, and
it's a great piece to sing! With a nod to the
classic spiritual, this original also incorporates
On Jordan's Stormy Banks. The character of
the song lends itself to either church or school
performance. "The Promised Land's a-callin', got
on my travelin' shoes..."
10512722 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
t Great God Almightyarr. Stacey V.
Gibbs. Here is a fresh, captivating a cappella
arrangement of a traditional spiritual that begins
freely, then kicks in, quiets down, and builds to
a fulfilling finish. This is excellent for church and
school as well as festival use.
10366142 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
10366142C Choral Master Track . . . . . . 4.99
4 Heaven-Bound Soldierarr. Glenn Jones. An
engaging a cappella setting that combines Heaven-
Bound Soldier interlaced with a mezzo-soprano
soloist singing This Little Light of Mine. The vocal
harmonies are pleasantly predictable, with rhythmic
variety throughout. Highly recommended!
10400903 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
H How Can I Keep from Singing?Greg Gilpin.
Greg has taken the traditional Quaker text and
positively supercharged it with his own gospel-
styled music in this marvelous new look at a timeless
American poem. This one has it all - a wide-open
solo for your best gospel singer, an accompaniment
that's fine as is, or can be embellished at will by your
pianist, and hand claps from the very first measure
that'll quickly spread through your audience or
congregation. A joyous gospel experience!
10352316 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
3298161 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10352293 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10192345 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
3298923 Multi-Song Accomp. CD . . . 25.00
Ht Hush! Somebody's Calling My NameBrazeal
Dennard. This is the most appealing arrangement
of a spiritual that has been done in a long, long
time! The beginning employs a unique treatment
of the word "Hush" that emphasizes the last
two letters of the word in a remarkably effective
way. Including dramatic unison passages and a
short solo section with characteristic background
figures, this is exceptionally easy to put together.
It's guaranteed to become a favorite of your choir
and a highlight of any performance!
1617984 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
1782622 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
1782630 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.80
H I Am His ChildMoses Hogan. "I may not be all
that you are, I may not be a shining star, but what
I am I thank the Lord for making me his child." A
deeply moving and profound text, Moses has such
a way of conveying hope and aspiration through
music that it reaches us all.
3045515 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.80
3219094 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.70
4 I Got a Keyarr. Tom Fettke & Thomas Grassi.
Master arrangers Tom Fettke and Thomas Grassi
combine full choral writing with a rhythmically
driven piano accompaniment in this rousing setting.
With solo opportunities, singable harmonies, and a
powerful finale, this arrangement of the well-known
spiritual is a top pick for concert or contest programs.
10520012 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10520039 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
I Want Jesus to Walk with Mearr. David von
Kampen. In this exquisite choral setting with piano,
we find inspiration from both the American spiritual
and gospel styles of an earlier century. A rich vocal
solo opens the piece, and later floats over luscious
chorals harmonized a touch of jazz to convey the
message. This is a finely crafted setting that will be
appreciated in the concert hall as well as the church
sanctuary. Don't miss the new SA revoicing!
10522086 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
I'm a Sinner ManJohn Parker & Vicki Tucker
Courtney. This original spiritual will raise the roof in
school and church performances! The text, derived
from two parables from the Book of Luke, has a
simple message: "I'm a sinner man, and so are
you." The message comes through loud and clear
as the choir and piano accompaniment settle into a
swingin', soulful groove. Highly recommended!
10352196 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10509994 TB or TBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
t I'm Going HomePepper Choplin. Introduce
your choir to a hearty folk hymn that has a strength
and vitality so typical of the songs from the Sacred
Harp. Featured in the Oscar-nominated film "Cold
Mountain," this sturdy chorus still has a resolve to stir
the soul, and Pepper Choplin's accessible a cappella
arrangement is destined to be just as successful.
Simple, but not simplistic, it is a homespun, honest
selection from America's spiritual heritage.
8067547 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
In That Great Gettin' Up Mornin'arr. Tom
Fettke & Thomas Grassi. This toe-tapping spiritual
arrangement is anything but "traditional!" Gospel
and jazz-influenced writing creates a winning
combination for choirs of any size. You won't be
able to keep still on this gospel number and before
you know it, you'll be singing along. Get ready!
Chariot's comin'!
10339120 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10339121 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10339122 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10339123 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10339124 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29.95
10339125 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . 69.95
10345232 Instrumental Parts CD-ROM . .69.95
l InvocationRollo Dilworth. Here's a gospel-
styled choral with a highly original voice. Parallel
harmonic movement and earthy harmonies provide
great impact as the choir sings, "Send us Your love,
let it rain from above." Dramatic and primal, this
brief yet effective song is a welcome call to worship
in sanctuaries and an excellent opener in concert
halls. Highly recommended!
10515995 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10515997 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.99
10515998E Instrumental Parts
Bass & Drums ePrint . . . . . 10.00
l
Joshua Fit the Battle of JerichoRuth Elaine
Schram. This accessible arrangement of the
familiar African American spiritual makes an ideal
selection for older children's choirs as well as youth
or adult choirs. A well-crafted accompaniment
nicely supports the vocals while also painting
a picture of Jericho's tumbling walls using
descending chromatic patterns heard during the
song's introduction and interludes.
10506056 Unison/Two-Part . . . . . . . . . 1.90
H Keep Your LampsAndre Thomas. This exciting
spiritual, with accompaniment for high, medium
and low conga drums, is an unusually appealing
number for a wide variety of uses from smaller
choirs through massed choir performances.
1428499 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.70
H Keep Your Lamps Trimmed and Burning
arr. Greg Gilpin. If you're looking for something
a little different to perform in the spiritual style,
take a close look at this nicely rhythmic setting
by Greg Gilpin. Interlocking vocals sing over a
pulsating piano accompaniment that interprets
a text of joyous anticipation, awaiting the Lord's
coming. For school or church choirs, this is a
refreshing and satisfying work that will be enjoyed
by all who hear. Already an established hit
for two-part voices, it's now available for SAB
and SATB!
10452328 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.75
10089322 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.80
3301917 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.75
t King Jesus Is A-Listenin'arr. Ken Berg. This
exceptional spiritual arrangement is filled with
excitement from beginning to end! The melody of
the refrain is well supported by a steady ostinato-
like vocal accompaniment; all voices come
together on the verses to tell the Biblical stories
of Adam, Eve, and Paul. Refreshing dynamic
contrasts, syncopated rhythms, and a climactic
ending make this arrangement one not to miss!
Highly recommended!
10445638 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
H Let Everything that Hath BreathJeffery L.
Ames. It is impossible not to be inspired by this
soul-stirring gospel original. The accompaniment is
rock solid, and the choral parts are incredibly gutsy,
with dramatic dynamic swells and accents that will
shake the rafters! "Magnify the Lord with me and
exalt His name together...Let everything that hath
breath praise the Lord!"
10017215 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
Let the Saints Get Up and SingJoel Raney.
A short medley of two spirituals that packs a lot of
punch, yet is still appropriate for various services
or programs. Joel Raney masterfully segues
between When the Saints Go Marching In and In
That Great Gettin' Up Morning. Fun, exciting, and
highly recommended!
10454764 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10454765 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.99
Little Innocent Lambarr. Greg Gilpin. Your
choristers will love singing this upbeat setting of
a traditional spiritual that has clever syncopations
and a fun piano accompaniment. Every listener will
welcome this delightful selection, whether it appears
in concert, worship services, or even at December
performances. Present this as a unison piece with
your younger singers, a two-part piece with your
more capable ensemble, or now a three-part mixed
for middle school and more experienced singers.
10512880 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10416543 Unison/Two-Part . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10512881 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27.95
t Lonesome Valleyarr. Brad Nix. One of the
most original a cappella arrangements you will ever
experience, this gem is rugged and emotional on
many levels. Primal in its impact, it conveys the
journey to the cross with a heavy heart. Optional
foot stomps and dropped chains suggest the
burden that weighed Jesus down on the road to
Calvary. The bass section feature and an idiomatic
solo passage create a deep, powerful moment for
worship or concert performance!
10340321 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
t Lord, LordThomas More Scott. "Listen to me
like a sensible man." Everyone will sit up and
listen when your mixed choir - or men's choir -
hits the first measure of this infectious spiritual.
Great rhythms, a touch of jazz and string bass
accompaniment all come together to admonish the
flock: "Not everyone who cries 'Lord, Lord' is gonna
walk into the Kindgom of God."
1227552 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10458775 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
t Lord, Have MercyPepper Choplin. From the
opening measure of Pepper Choplin's a cappella
original, your listeners will know that something
remarkable is about to happen! A soulful gospel
style, bluesy harmonies, occasional solos or small
groups of singers, and a heavy inner rhythm all work
together to fashion a choral moment that penetrates
to the soul of everyone involved. Use the optional
stomps and hand claps to keep the rhythm alive, and
watch as Lord, Have Mercy becomes one of your
choir's favorites to sing throughout the year. Terrific!
10187075 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.05
Lord, I Know I Been ChangedLarry Shackley.
"The angels in heaven done signed my name!
Lord, I know I been changed!" Infectious sound
and singable vocal ranges are at the core of this
spiritual arrangement. Rhythmic but not rushed,
the accompaniment creates a mood of quiet
exhilaration with a soulful combination of chords
and rhythmic patterns. Suggesting a choir of
angels, the sopranos sing in call-and-response
with the lower voices, gradually building in intensity
through the final stanza.
10058420 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.05
10425071 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.05
10425148 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
l Marchin' with the Saintsarr. Patti Drennan.
This rousing setting of two popular spirituals
opens with a slower section of When the Saints Go
Marching In. It immediately segues into a bright two-
beat setting of Give Me that Old Time Religion and
closes with a spirited partnering of the two tunes.
10520098 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10520161 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
10520274 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . 29.95
My Good Lord's Done Been Herearr. Andre J.
Thomas. Andre Thomas' arranging genius is clearly
evident in this exhilarating setting of a lesser-known
spiritual. Featuring a soprano or tenor soloist, and
complemented by an incredibly exciting piano
accompaniment, this vibrant work is a "must" for
better choirs! Highly recommended!
10061332 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10061335 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24.95
l My Lord's Gettin' Us Ready for That Great
DayUzee Brown, Jr.. Choirs of all shapes and
sizes will love singing this a cappella spiritual. The
modulation into the third verse creates a surge of
excitement to the final declaration, "Christians will be
shoutin' on that great day!" This rousing arrangement
is sure to inspire your choir and congregation.
10519433 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.00
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